01. "The Albanian Sleepover [Part 1]" 02. "The Albanian Sleepover [Part 2]" 03. "Shaking Off Futility" 04. "Downbeat" 05. "Yield To Despair"
Description:
Yield To Despair by Tangled Thoughts Of Leaving, released 27 August 2015, includes the following tracks: "Shaking Off Futility", "Yield To Despair" and more.
This version of Yield To Despair comes as a 1xCD. -
"Yield To Despair" is an expansive and immersive album on CD by Tangled Thoughts Of Leaving, released through the renowned label Pelagic. Rooted in instrumental post-metal and experimental rock, this record unfolds in long, evolving compositions that blend heavy, crushing riffs with atmospheric piano passages, subtle electronics and dynamic shifts between tranquillity and chaos. The tracks grow slowly, layer by layer, inviting the listener into a cinematic journey that feels more like a single, flowing narrative than a collection of separate songs. The band's meticulous interplay and sense of tension and release make "Yield To Despair" a demanding yet deeply rewarding listening experience for fans of adventurous, genre-defying music.
The CD edition offers a focused, high-fidelity presentation of the album's intricate sound design, from the earth-shaking low end and textured guitars to the detailed drum work and haunting keyboard motifs. It is ideal for listeners who want to experience the record as a continuous whole, with deliberate pacing and carefully sequenced dynamics. Whether played loud on a full sound system or explored through headphones, "Yield To Despair" invites repeated listens, revealing new details with every spin.
Tangled Thoughts Of Leaving are an Australian instrumental band known for their dark, exploratory blend of post-rock, post-metal, prog and jazz-tinged experimentation. Over the years they have earned a strong reputation in the underground scene for their intense live shows and uncompromising approach to composition, often touring with like-minded heavy and experimental acts and appearing at niche festivals dedicated to forward-thinking heavy music. The group's catalog has steadily expanded with releases that push their sound into more ambitious and atmospheric directions, making them a respected name for listeners seeking innovative instrumental heaviness.
Pelagic is an independent label highly regarded in the realms of post-metal, atmospheric rock and experimental music. Known for carefully curated signings and high-quality physical editions, Pelagic places strong emphasis on detailed artwork, thoughtful packaging and excellent audio mastering. The label has become a trusted address for fans who seek ambitious, boundary-pushing heavy music and want releases that treat both sound and presentation with equal care. By partnering with Pelagic, "Yield To Despair" finds a fitting home among some of the most forward-thinking artists in the contemporary heavy-music landscape.
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